Working Properties: Works easily with hand and machine tools, in planing
interlocked grain a cutting angle of 20 degrees is suggested, good
gluing and moderate steam-bending properties, finishes
satisfactorily.

Durability:
Heartwood is rated as very durable but is vulnerable to termite
attack and marine borers. Sapwood liable to powder-post beetle
attack.

Preservation:
Heartwood is rated as extremely resistant to preservative treatments;
sapwood is permeable.